Mark Smith
This article showcases our top picks for the best North Carolina based Recreation companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Recreation industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.
We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.
We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
- Innovation
- Innovative ideas
- Innovative route to market
- Innovative product
- Growth
- Exceptional growth
- Exceptional growth strategy
- Management
- Societal impact
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Top North Carolina Recreation Startups
Data sourced from Crunchbase and SemRush.
SOFT PLAY
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Soft Play is the global leader in providing contained playground environments for children ages 2-12 years old.
Sree Hotels, L.L.C.
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Sree Hotels, L.L.C. is a hotel management & development company providing hospitality & hotel services.
InfoDog
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InfoDog offers information regarding dog show statistics and schedules, dog products and services, and support for breeders and dog owners.
Eagle’s Nest Foundation
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Eagle’s Nest Foundation provides educational programs for young people at each developmental stage.
Kyle Busch Motorsports
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Kyle Busch Motorsports specializes in preparing a fleet of race-winning teams for motorsports.
Westminster Company
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Westminster Company provides property, and investment management, recreational programs, residents, and communications services.
Marine Chevrolet
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Marine Chevrolet is an authorized car dealer that specializes in the trade of new and used cars along with finance and after-sales services.
Bikerumor
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Bikerumor is a cycling blog that offers in-depth product reviews, coverage, and thoughtful posts covering the entire cycling spectrum.
Blue Star Camps
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Blue Star Camps is a recreational facility that provides summer camp adventures and six developmentally suited camp programs.
Target Shotguns
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Target Shotguns provide shotguns and shooting accessories for trap, skeet & sporting clays.
Olde Providence Racquet Club
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Olde Providence Racquet Club is a member driven club that provides tennis experience through facilities and programming.
Forest Commodities
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Forest Commodities specializes in the manufacture and distribution of mulches, playground surfacing and hardscape products.
Rubitrux
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Rubitrux provides customized drivetrains, engines, suspensions, steel bumpers, exteriors, interiors, and recovery services for jeeps.
Sanders Ford
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Sanders Ford is an automotive industry that provides new car sales, used vehicles, parts, accessories, and repair services.
Foster’s Auto Body
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Foster’s Auto Body provides vehicle repairs and body painting services.
SILVERcare
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SILVERcare is a home care facility that offers residential support, physical assistance, and rehabilitation to adults and the elderly.
Aquatic Management Group
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Aquatic Management Group is a commercial pool management company that provides pool renovation and repair services.
Albemarle Boats
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Albemarle Boats implements and manufactures several different boat designs for consumers.
Moore Buick GMC Truck
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Moore Buick GMC Truck is an automotive dealership that sells new and old vehicles.
Camp Merri-Mac
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Camp Merri-Mac is a religious summer camp for girls.
Team 24/7 Lacrosse
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Team 24/7 Lacrosse provides lacrosse instruction, training, recruitment, academy and private lesson services.
Rockbrook Camp for Girls
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Rockbrook Camp for Girls offers a diverse program of horseback riding, outdoor adventure, whitewater rafting, ceramics, gymnastics.
North Carolina Zoological Society
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North Carolina Zoological Society is a non-profit organization that provides conservative research, education, and animal welfare services.
Lexington Swim Club
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Lexington Swim Club is a membership club that offers swimming courses and private event services.
CRTS
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CRTS offers semi-trailer sales, parts, service, financing and rentals.
Blockade Runner Pool
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Blockade Runner Pool is a hospitality industry that promotes board meetings, corporate retreats and offers full beach resort service.
Camp Timberlake
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Camp Timberlake provides rock climbing, water skiing, and summer camp for boys.
Cape Fear Country Club
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Cape Fear Country Club is a golf course and social event center.
Charlotte Sports Foundation
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Charlotte Sports Foundation is a charitable sports organisation that organises sporting events and offers business possibilities.
MacGregor Downs Country Club
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MacGregor Downs Country Club operates as a recreational facility.
Carmel Country Club
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Carmel Country Club is a private society that offers recreational sports and facilities for dining, wedding, and events.
CTI Property Services
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CTI Property Services is a construction industry, that delivers property solutions for homeowners and commercial customers.
High Point Rockers Baseball
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High Point Rockers Baseball offers stadium events, adult kickball, and guest services.
Cunningham Recreation
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Cunningham Recreation is a park, recreation, and playground equipment supplier.
Woodlands Elite Cheer
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Woodlands Elite Cheer provides tumbling classes, competitive cheer, and cheer classes.
North Carolina Aquariums
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North Carolina Aquariums is a system of three public aquariums to promote diverse natural and cultural resources.
Town of Benson
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Town of Benson is a government administration company that provides utility services like electricity, water & sewer, and facility rentals.
Speed Sport
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Speed Sport is an online platform that offers news and articles specifically about motorsports events and provides complete race coverage.
Birkdale Golf Club
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Birkdale Golf Club offers a range of golf courses with offerings like golf lessons, sporting recreation, a golf shop, and a driving range.
Highland Creek Golf Club
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Highland Creek Golf Club is a golf course and social event center.
OBX Chevrolet Buick
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OBX Chevrolet Buick is an automobile firm that offers the sale and purchase of new and used vehicles as well as car servicing solutions.
Pro-Line Boats
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Pro-Line Boats is a manufacturer of recreational fiberglass fishing boats.
Little Otter Swim School
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Little Otter Swim School provide year-round children swimming lessons.
Burlington Soccer Club NC
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Burlington Soccer Club NC offers tournaments for youth soccer players.
Huntersville Breast Center
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Huntersville Breast Center provides parks and recreation programs facilities, education, and business development services for families.
DoubleTake
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DoubleTake manufactures and distributes complete golf car kits and accessories and provides customized gold carts.
Mimosa Hills Golf Club
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Mimosa Hills Golf Club is anchored by a golf course, pro shop, dining, and social amenities.
Adventure Treks
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Adventure Treks has earned a reputation as one of the most professional organizations in the outdoor adventure field.
RxCARE
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RxCARE provides pharmacy services to assisted living facilities, adult care and group homes.
Hedgecock Racing Enterprises
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Hedgecock Racing Enterprises designs and builds stock cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
US Sports Management
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US Sports Management is a recreation company that provides contract negotiation, training, media, family care, and marketing services.
Capital Area USBC Association
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Capital Area USBC Association provides youth and senior bowling, scholarships to youth bowlers, tournaments and hosts coaching clinics.
WB Surf Camp
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WB Surf Camp offers surf lessons to kids, teens, adults, and families.
Coastal Glass Tinting
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Coastal Glass Tinting provides automotive, boat, residential, and commercial window glass tinting services.
BlobFish Activity Hub
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BlobFish is an online registration, customer management, and reporting service for camps and kids’ activities (SaaS)
TotalCyclist
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TotalCyclist provides sports training resource services.
Asheville Symphony
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Asheville Symphony Orchestra performs and promotes symphonic music in Western North Carolina.
White Sulphur Springs
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White Sulphur Springs is a hospitality company that offers hotels, cabins, and residential accommodations for marriage events and tourists.
City of Albemarle
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City of Albemarle is a government administration that handles economic development, public utilities and housing, and recreation services.
Victory Junction
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Victory Junction is a children’s therapeutic camp that delivers health care to campers with serious medical illnesses and other needs.
Camps Ridgecrest for Boys
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Camps Ridgecrest for Boys is an outdoor receation area that offers discipleship and adventure travel.
Wildwood Green Golf Club
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Wildwood Green Golf Club is a golf course and social event center.
Paintball Central
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Paintball Central is a paintball and recreation center.
Victory Lanes
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Victory Lanes organises company parties, team-building events, wedding receptions, family and class reunions, and other group events.
Henderson Ventures
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Henderson Ventures is a real estate development company that provides luxury residences, relocation, and property investment services.
Deep River Sporting Clays and Shooting School
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Deep River Sporting Clays and Shooting School is an outdoor recreation area that offers sporting clay course and wobble deck to the public.
Lincoln Country Club
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Lincoln Country Club is a golf course and social event center.
VeloSolutions
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VeloSolutions is a global leader in pump track and trail building, offering customized solutions for all their cycling needs.
Find Outdoors
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Find Outdoors is a non-profit firm that provides outdoor recreation sites, campgrounds, visitor centers, tours, and educational services.
Tradition Golf Club
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Tradition is a golf course and social event center.
Shaw RV
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Shaw RV is an automotive firm that sells a variety of recreational vehicles as well as related services and supplies.
Elite Play Equipment
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Elite Play Equipment provides commercial playground equipment for churches, communities, parks, and schools.
Rollingview Marina
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Rollingview Marin provides the facilities, equipment, and personal service for patrons.
Your Minute Mechanic
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Your Minute Mechanic provides convenient, low-cost self-service auto diagnostics helping people navigate costly car repairs every day.
Ocean Isle Fishing Center
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Ocean Isle Fishing Center is a recreational destination that offers clothing, home decor, fishing tackle, and watersports activities.
Reese Construction
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Reese Construction is a remodeling and construction company that designs and installs commercial playgrounds and residential projects.
Belmont Lake Golf Club
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Belmont Lake Golf Club is a golf course and social event center.
The Spa at Eseeola Lodge
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The Spa at Eseeola Lodge is a wellness center that offers body treatments, body scrubs, waxing, facial massages, and nail services.
Lake Norman Gymnastics Academy
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Lake Norman Gymnastics Academy is a gymnastics training facility that provides ninja classes and summer camps.
Rick Ware Racing
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Rick Ware Racing is a sports company that conducts racing tournaments for various clients.
Lyndon’s Riverview Sports
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Lyndon’s Riverview Sports is an online firearms and accessories dealer.
Pierce auto Body Shop
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Pierce auto Body Shop provides custom painting, collision repair, and restoration services.
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort
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Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is an outdoor recreation area offering skiing, snowboarding, and tubing activities.
Diesel Doctors
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Diesel Doctors provides truck and trailer repair services.
Camp Ton-A-Wandah
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Camp Ton-A-Wandah is a girls summer camp that offers outdoor activities, horseback riding, dance, sports, and recreational event services.
Croasdaile Country Club
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Croasdaile Country Club is a recreational facilities company that provides golf courses, catering, and event services.
Camp Raven Knob
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Camp Raven Knob is a recreation center that provides boy scout summer camp programs.
Court One
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Court One offers total recreational court builder services for tennis and all sorts of court surfaces, running tracks & sells accessories.
Challenge Design Innovations
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Challenge Design Innovations offers training, inspection, and certification of rope courses, skills assessments and review workshops.
Builder Services
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Builder Services follow reconstruction methods to restore the commercial property to its original state in the wake of a disaster.
Gwynn Valley
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Gwynn Valley is an outdoor recreation area that offers summer camp, sports, mountain biking, and horseback riding activities.
Tar Heel Chevrolet
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Tar Heel Chevrolet provides vehicle dealership services.
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club
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Wildcat Cliffs Country Club is a recreation center that offers golf, dining, croquet, fitness center, and social memberships.
Bexley Village at Concord Mills
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Bexley Village at Concord Mills is a dwelling firm that offers duplexes and condominiums with resort-style facilities.
Charlotte Chess Center
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Charlotte Chess Center is a recreational facility that offers camps, classes, and tournaments.
Deans Wrecker Service
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Dean’s Wrecker Service specializes in light, medium, and heavy-duty towing.
Alpine towers
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Alpine Towers provides adventure course design and technology.
North Carolina Youth Soccer
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North Carolina Youth Soccer is a charitable organization that provides recreational, competitive, and Olympic development soccer programs.
Carrboro Recreation, Parks, & Cultural Resources Department
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Carrboro Recreation, Parks, & Cultural Resources Department offers leisure programs and events along with parks and indoor facility.
